Maintenance Worker (Brooklyn)

Description

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for the completion of all assigned interior and exterior maintenance tasks including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting and grounds keeping.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Worker will include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs preventive maintenance and/or repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Repairs, retrofits, adjusts or custom makes parts for furniture.
• Refinishes/installs sheet rock, plasters and paints furniture and interior and exterior areas.
• Removes, repairs, and installs ceiling, floor and wall tiles and coverings in interior and exterior areas.
• Inspects facilities for required preventive maintenance, repairs, cleanliness or conformity with applicable agency requirements.
• Drives department van as assigned, and loads, unloads, transports and delivers supplies, equipment and personnel to assigned areas.
• Performs custodial work as needed.
• Cleans job site area.
• Attends staff training on cleaning methods, sanitation, safety, hazard prevention, etc.
• Assists with sweeping, raking, snow/ice removal from outdoor areas.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with employees, co-workers, other departments, outside contacts, etc.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
• High proficiency in the use and operation of a wide range of complex tools, equipment and machines essential to the tasks to be performed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of prior trade experience.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License and maintain it in good standing.
• Current New York City Fire Department Certificate or be able to obtain it within two months of hire.

COMPENSATION: $23.98/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees.

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.